Julie Clover
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not want consumers buying or using smart watches or smart rings that claim to measure blood glucose levels using non-invasive methods. In a safety alert issued today, the FDA says smart devices that claim to check blood sugar levels without pricking the skin may lead to diabetes medication errors, including taking too much or too little medication.
No smart watch or smart ring designed to non-invasively measure or estimate blood glucose values, have not been authorized, approved or approved. FDA. These noninvasive devices are different from continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices, which transmit data through a smartwatch app.
Apple is rumored to be working on a version of the Apple Watch that can measure blood glucose levels. blood glucose levels non-invasively, but such a device is still several years away from being available. Apple is exploring optical absorption spectroscopy using a laser to illuminate under the skin and detect human blood glucose levels, but as of 2023, Apple's work remained in the proof-of-concept stage.
There are several low-cost smart ones out there right now watches and smart rings that claim to be able to monitor glucose levels without pricking the skin or integrating with a CGM device. The FDA says patients should avoid such devices, and doctors should warn patients about the risks of using unapproved blood glucose monitoring products.
Sellers of these smartwatches and smart rings say that their devices measure blood glucose levels. blood glucose levels without requiring people to prick their finger or skin. They claim to use non-invasive methods. These smartwatches and smart rings do not directly measure your blood glucose.
These smartwatches and smart rings are made by dozens of companies and sold under different brands. This safety message applies to any smartwatch or smart ring that claims to measure blood glucose levels without piercing the skin, regardless of manufacturer or brand.
The FDA says it is working on to ensure that manufacturers, distributors and retailers do not sell unauthorized smartwatches or smart rings that claim to measure blood glucose levels.
If Apple eventually releases an Apple Watch that includes a sensor for non-invasive glucose monitoring in the blood, Apple will need to get FDA approval before it is allowed to sell it in the US. Other companies, such as Samsung, are working on similar technology, but there is currently no proven and approved non-invasive method for monitoring blood sugar levels on the market. /p> Tag: FDA[ 96 comments ]
